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Pinion Preload: Millenia

  1. Apply thread sealant to adjusting cover threads. Ensure steering rack is in center position. Using Protractor (49-D032-316) and a torque wrench, tighten adjusting cover to 14-22 ft. lbs. (20-29 N.m), then loosen cover. Again, tighten adjusting cover to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m), then loosen adjusting cover 25-30 degrees. See Fig 1.
  2. Apply thread sealant to exposed adjusting cover threads. Install and tighten adjusting cover lock nut to 37-50 ft. lbs. (50-68 N.m). Install Preload Adapter (49-0180-510B) on pinion shaft. See Fig 2. Measure pinion preload using spring scale. Pinion preload should be 1.0-3.0 lbs. (.5-1.0 kg). If preload is not as specified, repeat procedure.
Fig 1: Tightening Adjusting Cover (Millenia Shown; Others Are Similar)
G97G07759Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Checking Pinion Preload (Millenia Shown; Others Are Similar)
G97C07757Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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